This review of the IWI ARAD 5 highlights its innovative QD barrel system, short-stroke piston operation, and semi-monolithic upper receiver. The presenter, with years of experience with IWI products, details the rifle's features, including its 4150 CMV barrel with a 1:8 twist, adjustable gas block, and extensive MLOK and 1913 rail space. The review also covers the integration of an FRT trigger and custom Cerakote, offering insights into its performance and value proposition.
This review of the Blackout Defense Quantum DTL AR-15 highlights its advanced features, including the Helix barrel system with a dual taper lock (DTL) design for enhanced accuracy and a user-adjustable gas system. The reviewer, Clint Morgan, custom-built his rifle and tested its performance, noting the impressive 4PB Zero trigger and ambidextrous controls. While generally impressed, he identified minor issues like potential magazine overinsertion with PMAGs and the lack of a fully ambidextrous bolt catch.
This video provides a detailed comparison between the original FN SCAR 17 (Legacy) and the new SCAR 17 Gen 2. The hosts highlight key upgrades in the Gen 2, including a full MLOK rail system, improved bolt carrier group with scallop cuts for reduced mass, enhanced ambidextrous controls, and a new buffer system for significantly reduced recoil. While the Legacy model is still a capable rifle, the Gen 2 offers a more refined shooting experience and modern features, making it a worthwhile upgrade for many users.
This video discusses the pros and cons of tactical shotguns compared to traditional hunting shotguns. It highlights that while tactical shotguns can be bulkier and heavier due to detachable magazines, they offer faster reloads and easier accessory mounting. The presenter demonstrates how features like detachable magazines, optics mounts, and MLOK rails enhance their utility for home defense and other tactical applications.
This review of the Grand Power Stribog SP9A3 highlights its value and features, particularly the A3 Industries modular telescoping brace with Tailhook. The firearm utilizes a roller-delayed blowback system for smoother shooting and reduced recoil, making it effective even when suppressed. The review details the firearm's 8-inch barrel, threaded muzzle, monolithic upper with MLOK and Picatinny rails, ambidextrous controls, and an improved trigger.
This review focuses on the OrthosArms Raider Highland SBS, a Turkish-made Benelli M4 clone that has been 'Americanized' with stateside modifications. The reviewer highlights its surprisingly flawless performance over 250 rounds and its features, including a 14-inch barrel, choke threading, and MLOK rail, making it a more wieldable short barrel shotgun option.
This review of the SIG Spear LT, conducted by an experienced firearms instructor, details its performance over 1000+ rounds. The rifle features a gas piston system, ambidextrous controls, and AR-compatible parts. While generally reliable and comfortable, the reviewer notes a distinct bolt lockback feel and potential rail deflection issues. The combination with the SIG SLX suppressor is highlighted as particularly effective.
This review of the Griffin Armament MK2 Patrol highlights its stock features, excluding aftermarket optic and sling. Key aspects include fully ambidextrous controls, a comfortable B5-style stock, an MLOK rail with a Picatinny top, and a flared magwell. The rifle is designed for compatibility with Griffin Armament's Gate Lock system and suppressors, featuring a mid-length gas system for smoother operation. The presenter notes its utilitarian design and good value for a premium rifle.
This video provides a first look at the prototype Onward Research Tatona AK rail, detailing its installation on an SLR 107FR. The presenter highlights the rail's AKM-specific fit, its aesthetic similarities to Zenitco and Knight's Armament designs, and its mounting system which utilizes spacers for tension. The review covers installation challenges, material properties, heat management, and potential future accessories like a rail dust cover.
This video details the process of modernizing a Yugo M70 AK platform into a highly customized rifle. The build focuses on incorporating modern features like an MLOK rail, adjustable gas block, and improved ergonomics, transforming it into a more 'AR-ish' platform. The presenter emphasizes the importance of professional gunsmithing for AK builds and highlights the performance improvements achieved through these modifications.
This review of the Griffin Armament MK2 in 223 Wylde covers its setup with a Griffin Explorer suppressor, Surefire light, and Eotech optic. The rifle is noted for its soft shooting characteristics, lack of gas to the face when suppressed, and ambidextrous controls. However, initial reliability issues with a previous unit and personal preferences for the stock and grip are discussed, leading to a mixed verdict on its $1700-$1800 price point.
This video provides first impressions of the Brownells BRN-180 Gen 3 upper receiver and a compatible lower. Key highlights include the integrated piston system, the updated dust cover mechanism addressing Gen 2 complaints, and the adjustable gas block. The reviewer also discusses the ambidextrous lower receiver and its features, noting its ease of assembly without roll pins.
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